(BUTLER, Pa., October 8, 2025) – The Butler County Symphony was awarded a $10,000 grant from America250PA’s second Semiquincentennial Grant Round for their annual patriotic concert celebration “Music Under the Stars”. This funding enables the nonprofit to elevate this already popular event to become an even bigger draw for locals and tourists alike.
“We are proud to support this incredible concert event as partners of the Butler County Symphony” said Experience Butler County President Amy Pack “The proud performance of patriotic pieces is a perfect way to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence—and to engage our neighbors in meaningful ways that reflect our shared values while pointing toward a hopeful future,”
“It’s thrilling to see so many Pennsylvania communities and organizations stepping up with meaningful, engaging, and inspiring plans as we approach the Semiquincentennial,” said Cassandra Coleman, Executive Director of America250PA. “These grants are giving Pennsylvanians the tools to come together, remember where we’ve been, and imagine what comes next. America250PA is incredibly proud to support this work, and grateful to Governor Shapiro and the General Assembly for making it possible.”
For more information about the Semiquincentennial Grants, please visit https://www.america250pa.org/Semiquin_Grants.
Photo Credit: America250PA
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About Experience Butler County PA: Since being founded in 2002 by the Board of Commissioners as the official tourism promotion and development organization for Butler County, Experience Butler County has been dedicated to working with a variety of organizations including agritourism, fairs and festivals, golf, historical societies, museums, great outdoors, arts and culture, family fun, dining, shopping and accommodations to promote tourism. Our mission is to promote Butler County’s welcoming spirit, natural beauty, and vibrant tourism industry through innovative partnerships with local businesses to drive economic growth.
About America250PA: The Pennsylvania Commission for the United States Semiquincentennial (America250PA) was established by the General Assembly and Governor in 2018 to plan, encourage, develop and coordinate the commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States, Pennsylvania's integral role in that event, and the impact of its people on the nation’s past, present, and future. The Commission is made up of current and past Pennsylvania leaders,celebrating the rich history and diversity of the state. America250PA hopes to engage all citizens of the Commonwealth, from each of its 67 counties,to participate in creating a statewide celebration and bringing the Commonwealth’s history into the conversation. That shared history gives us the foundation to better understand the origins and diverse viewpoints on the challenges affecting both our Commonwealth and our nation.
The Commission’s ability to communicate its vision, engage various audiences, and encourage inclusive and cohesive participation is key to a successful America250PA. The visionary framework – especially our E.P.I.C. theme of Educate, Preserve, Innovate, and Celebrate, contains the essential messaging to bring the Semiquincentennial to life across the Commonwealth. For more information, visit www.america250pa.org.